There are 115 institutions in the U.S. classified as R1 by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Higher Education, and West Virginia University's research classification is described as fitting into the “highest research activity” classification for doctoral universities.

From creative arts and humanities to social sciences to applied and basic sciences, R1 universities are where cutting-edge research occurs. (And note that much of the research at these universities is funded by...

If you’re a prospective or current graduate student, you’ve probably heard a little bit about graduate assistantships.

But what exactly are they? Why are they valuable? Are they really beneficial to your academic and professional career? How will one supplement the cost of my graduate degree? How can you apply for one?

The Admissions team at West Virginia University is here to educate you on the value of a graduate assistantship — like how securing one can help you infinancing graduate school...

Quincy Hathaway is an innovator, a researcher, and a future leader in STEM. The Admissions Team at West Virginia University talked with him in order to understand his recent research grant from the American Heart Association.

Here's what Quincy had to say about his dedication to excellence and his biomedical discoveries.

Strengthening its commitment to help support broad-based prosperity in West Virginia, theCenter for Excellence in STEM EducationatWest Virginia Universitywill lay the foundation for student success.

“Empowering West Virginia students to pursue and stay in STEM fields is a critical component to moving West Virginia forward,” said principal investigator and WVU Center for Excellence in STEM EducationdirectorGay Stewart. “By encouraging just 25 percent more of our students to complete their...

What if one of the prime suspects behind Alzheimer’s disease was a case of mistaken identity?

Amyloid plaques, sticky buildup that accumulates in and around neurons in the brain, have long been believed to be an indicator of neurodegenerative disease. Most clinical drug trials for Alzheimer’s disease treatment have failed, presumably because they target these plaques.

But according toRaymond Anderson, agraduate studentinWest Virginia University’sSchool of Medicine, such buildup alone does...

It's an understatement to say that the field of neuroscience is complicated, multifaceted, and not for the faint of heart or mind. And as an aspiring leader in the field of neuroscience or in any other STEM field — there's no better way to establish yourself as an expert than to pursue the highest level of excellence in your field — a doctorate degree.

That's why we talked with Raymond Anderson, a current Ph.D. student in West Virginia University's Neuroscience program. Here's what he had to...

Poverty, lack of nutrition, opioid addiction: These are just some of the social issues impacting the Appalachia region.

These are also some of the issues that have inspired me to further my education in hopes of making a real difference in my community — and the world.

Below is just a little bit of my story: It covers what sparked my passion for public health, how my graduate assistantship augmented by education, and what I hope to do with my doctorate degree to inspire social change. Maybe by...

While startup companies are largely attractive to entrepreneurs and technologically-savvy individuals, startup culture is realizing that it has a high demand for those with research capabilities, managerial skills, and decision abilities.

In other words, since startup companies need professionals who can efficiently run their entrepreneurial ventures, they also often need individuals who have been trained to do so in formal, advanced education.

If you see yourself working in startup culture,...

Storytelling is the social and cultural activity of sharing stories in order to impact social change or evoke emotion. 

Here at West Virginia University, we think that storytelling is important, and that's why we offer a dynamic and multifaceted graduate program in Journalism. We talked with Emily, a WVU student enrolled in the M.S. in Journalism program, and asked some questions about how WVU has allowed her to explore the power of storytelling in her field. 

Do you often find yourself daydreaming about earning an advanced degree in a field you’re passionate about, only to dismiss the possibility immediately because you just feel too broke?

You may be surprised to learn that a quality graduate education may be more affordable than you think! With the right combination of creativity, hard work, and determination, you’ll be well on your way to overcoming the financial challenges of graduate school.

To get you started, we’ve come up with a few...